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Cable One appoints new CEO Jim Holanda to lead broadband growth and strategic evolution , announcing the seasoned cable and broadband industry executive will join the company as Chief Executive Officer and a member of its Board of Directors by March 31, 2026. This leadership change comes as Cable One enters a new chapter following the retirement of long-time CEO Julia M. Laulis reflects confidence in Holanda's deep operational experience and industry insight.
Holanda will take the helm after more than 35 years in the cable and broadband sector, having served most recently as CEO of Astound Broadband for the past 15 years. His extensive background also includes executive roles as CEO of Choice Cable TV of Puerto Rico and President of Patriot Media in New Jersey, as well as positions earlier at Comcast and Charter Communications where he held roles spanning accounting, finance, business and operations.
Leadership Transition and Interim Management
Cable One's Board has appointed Todd M. Koetje, the company's Chief Financial Officer, as Interim Chief Executive Officer beginning January 1, 2026, through Holanda's commencement date, ensuring leadership continuity during the transition. Concurrently, Mary E. Meduski has been elected Independent Chair of the Board, overseeing governance and board leadership as the company moves forward.Holanda's appointment concludes the tenure of Julia M. Laulis, who retired from her roles as Chair of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer after a distinguished career at Cable One. In her absence, the interim leadership team will maintain operational focus while preparing for the next phase under Holanda's direction.
Strategic Priorities Under New Leadership
As Cable One prepares for its next stage of growth, Holanda's experience is expected to support strategic initiatives around broadband expansion, customer experience enhancement and competitive positioning within the evolving telecommunications landscape. His leadership at Astound Broadband, a major independent broadband operator has been marked by network investments, service innovation and operational scalability, qualities the Board anticipates deploying at Cable One.Holanda holds a Bachelor of Political Science from The Ohio State University and has frequently emphasized customer-centric service and strategic investment as pillars of sustainable broadband leadership. In announcing his appointment, he renewed his enthusiasm for Cable One's mission to help customers stay connected and thrive, and his commitment to unlocking future growth opportunities.
What This Means for Cable One and the Broadband Market
Cable One operating under the Sparklight brand to provide broadband communications to more than one million residential and business customers across 24 states is navigating a competitive broadband environment marked by fiber overbuilders, mobile alternatives and shifting customer expectations. Holanda's leadership is poised to accelerate network investments, service innovation and strategic differentiation as the company seeks to enhance shareholder value and customer loyalty.Industry observers view this leadership transition as a proactive step to strengthen Cable One's long-term strategy, balancing seasoned executive management with evolving market demands in high-speed connectivity and broadband service excellence.
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